Controller, Finance & Banking, Financial Reporting

The Connecticut Center for Advanced Technology, Inc. (CCAT) is an organization founded in May 2004. As an applied technology demonstration and training center, CCAT helps validate, demonstrate, and accelerate the adoption of advanced technologies to strengthen the industrial base and supply chain while delivering critical workforce training and upskilling.

CCAT partners with federal and state agencies—including the DOD, DOE, NASA, SBA, and USDOC—through government-funded and commercial programs that support both defense and civilian manufacturing. Current focus areas include additive manufacturing, composites, advanced design, automation, metrology, and Industry 4.0 technologies.

Position Title: Controller

Position Summary: The Financial Controller is a key member of the finance team, responsible for overseeing all accounting operations and ensuring the integrity of financial reporting. This role manages the Staff Accountant and Financial Analyst and works closely with the CFO to support strategic financial planning, compliance, and operational efficiency.

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee all accounting functions, including payroll, accounts payable (AP), and accounts receivable (AR).
• Supervise and support the Staff Accountant and Financial Analyst in daily operations and professional development.
• Maintain and monitor internal financial controls to safeguard assets and ensure compliance with GAAP and organizational policies.
• Manage monthly, quarterly, and annual financial closings; prepare accurate and timely financial statements.
• Build the detailed organizational budget in collaboration with the CFO and Financial Analyst.
• Manage the annual audit process, including coordination with external auditors and review of audited financial statements and IRS Form 990.
• Prepare and post general journal entries, as well as post AP, AR, and payroll journals.
• Actively manage organizational cash flow to ensure liquidity and financial stability, including monitoring accounts receivable and following up on aged items to support timely collections.
• Perform positive pay uploads and monitor daily bank activity to detect and prevent fraudulent transactions.
• Review and ensure the accuracy of program financial reports and funder submissions in accordance with contract requirements.
• Price commercial, state, and federal projects in alignment with funding guidelines and organizational goals.
• Prepare the annual federal incurred cost submission and indirect cost rate schedule.
• Review bank statements and reconciliations performed by G&A staff and periodically review balance sheet accounts for accuracy and completeness.
• Support interdepartmental teams by providing financial insights to enhance forecasting accuracy and evaluate program financial performance.
• In conjunction with the Executive Assistant, review and approve employee expense reports to ensure compliance with organizational policies.
• Administer the organization’s 401(k) plan, including the annual Form 5500 filing.
• Perform annual and periodic compliance reporting, including but not limited to:
  Workers’ compensation audit for the organization’s insurance carrier;
  Medical insurance census and survey; AIES Integrated Economic Survey;
  Payroll provider’s Medical Coverage Year-End Summary.
• Serve as the administrator for the organization’s timekeeping and financial software systems, ensuring proper configuration, user access, and system integrity.
• Perform all other duties as assigned.

Education: Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or related field (CPA or equivalent preferred).

Required Qualifications:

• Proven experience in non-profit financial management and compliance.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP, fund accounting, and federal grant regulations.
• Proficiency in accounting software and Microsoft Excel.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
• Must fulfill ITAR citizenship requirements

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience supervising or mentoring accounting staff.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.

Physical Demands & Work Environment: This is an onsite role, Monday through Friday, with occasional extended hours during closing cycles, audits,…